Job summary
Jobs: One Full time (37.5) and one part-time (27.5)
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated First Contact Physiotherapist (FCP) to join our dynamic and expanding team. This role is crucial in providing direct access to musculoskeletal (MSK) physiotherapy for patients without the need for prior GP referral. As an FCP, you will assess, diagnose, treat, and manage a wide range of MSK conditions, contributing to improved patient outcomes and the efficient management of care pathways.
The ideal candidate will have significant clinical expertise in MSK physiotherapy and be passionate about delivering high-quality patient care. This role offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of integrated care, directly impacting the way MSK services are delivered within the community.
Main duties of the job
- To work as autonomous MSK practitioner , using your expert
knowledge of (MSK) issues, to create stronger links for wider MSK services
through clinical leadership, teaching and evaluation skills.
- To assess, diagnose, and manage patients, taking
responsibility for the management of a complex caseload etc.
- Request investigations (such as x- rays and blood tests) and
referrals to facilitate diagnosis and choice of treatment regime, understanding
the limitations of investigations, interpret and act on results and feedback to
aid diagnosis and the management plans of patients.
- To develop integrated and tailored care programmes in partnership
with patients and provide a range of first line treatment options, including
self[1]management and
referral to physiotherapy services and social prescribing provision.
- To develop
relationships and a collaborative working approach across the PCN supporting
the integration of pathways in primary care.
- Working closely with local secondary care MSK services,
community care MSK services and social and community interventions as required, to
support the management of patients in primary care.
- Communicate effectively and appropriately, with patients and
other services regarding diagnosis, pathology, prognosis and treatment choices
supporting personalised care.
About us
We are a rapidly growing company led by advanced physiotherapists, dedicated to providing high-quality physiotherapy, MSK triage, and First Contact MSK services across the country. Our goal is to deliver exceptional care while continuing to expand and innovate within the physiotherapy field.
Benefits:
- Regular in-service training to enhance professional development
- Funding for injection therapy courses
- Full support to complete the HEE First Contact Physiotherapist (FCP) roadmap
- 25 days annual leave, in addition to bank holiday
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To work as autonomous MSK practitioner , using your expert
knowledge of (MSK) issues, to create stronger links for wider MSK services
through clinical leadership, teaching and evaluation skills.
- To assess, diagnose, and manage patients, taking
responsibility for the management of a complex caseload etc.
- Request investigations (such as x- rays and blood tests) and
referrals to facilitate diagnosis and choice of treatment regime, understanding
the limitations of investigations, interpret and act on results and feedback to
aid diagnosis and the management plans of patients.
- To develop integrated and tailored care programmes in partnership
with patients and provide a range of first line treatment options, including
self[1]management and
referral to physiotherapy services and social prescribing provision.
- To develop
relationships and a collaborative working approach across the PCN supporting
the integration of pathways in primary care.
- Working closely with local secondary care MSK services,
community care MSK services and social and community interventions as required, to
support the management of patients in primary care.
- Communicate effectively and appropriately, with patients and
other services regarding diagnosis, pathology, prognosis and treatment choices
supporting personalised care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To work as autonomous MSK practitioner , using your expert
knowledge of (MSK) issues, to create stronger links for wider MSK services
through clinical leadership, teaching and evaluation skills.
- To assess, diagnose, and manage patients, taking
responsibility for the management of a complex caseload etc.
- Request investigations (such as x- rays and blood tests) and
referrals to facilitate diagnosis and choice of treatment regime, understanding
the limitations of investigations, interpret and act on results and feedback to
aid diagnosis and the management plans of patients.
- To develop integrated and tailored care programmes in partnership
with patients and provide a range of first line treatment options, including
self[1]management and
referral to physiotherapy services and social prescribing provision.
- To develop
relationships and a collaborative working approach across the PCN supporting
the integration of pathways in primary care.
- Working closely with local secondary care MSK services,
community care MSK services and social and community interventions as required, to
support the management of patients in primary care.
- Communicate effectively and appropriately, with patients and
other services regarding diagnosis, pathology, prognosis and treatment choices
supporting personalised care.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 3 years postgraduate experience in MSK out patient
Desirable
- Working within primary care in GP practices
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 3 years postgraduate experience in MSK out patient
Desirable
- Working within primary care in GP practices or MSK Triage services
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Physiotherapy or Equivalent
Desirable
- MSc Physiotherapy/Musculoskeletal/Orthopaedics
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 3 years postgraduate experience in MSK out patient
Desirable
- Working within primary care in GP practices
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 3 years postgraduate experience in MSK out patient
Desirable
- Working within primary care in GP practices or MSK Triage services
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Physiotherapy or Equivalent
Desirable
- MSc Physiotherapy/Musculoskeletal/Orthopaedics
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).